Hey,
Strange times with the sour economy and talks of bailing out one company after another. Isn’t it the code of the west that if your company sucks, you go out of business or get your shit together? It blows my mind. These people run reports constantly. Guess the big dogs were too busy playing golf to read ’em.
Fuck, there’s only one real excuse for fuck-ups like this: Big titted redheads that drive you half outta your mind. Gotta give a guy some slack under those circumstances, but how many big-titted, sex maniac redheads can there be?
We’re Americans, the innovative gods, we’ll straighten this mess out and party again. Let’s hit the news:
LAS VEGAS BIKEFEST TAKES OVER SIN CITY–Thousands of Bikers from All Over the World Flock to Las Vegas for BikeFest.
LAS VEGAS (November 3, 2008) ?When the eighth annual Las Vegas BikeFest cruised into downtown Las Vegas October 2-5, 2008, more than 30,000 motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the world enjoyed four days of all things related to the exciting world of custom motorcycles. Approximately 300 vendors showcased the latest in parts, accessories and apparel, but the highlight of the event was the Artistry in Iron competition where custom builders compete for the coveted title of Master Builder in an exciting biker build-off competition.
Artistry in Iron, the peer-judged, invitation-only custom bike building competition featured some of the most innovative custom bike building BikeFest has seen yet. With 20 builders gathering from all corners of the U.S. and Canada, the competition was steeper than it has ever been. As expected, the bike builders rose to the challenge, creating some of the most unique and creative bikes seen yet. Roger Goldammer of Goldammer Cycle Works Ltd. in British Columbia took home the top prize. Along with winning $20,000, Goldammer took home the respect of his peers who voted his bike into the winners circle, beating out 19 hand-picked bike builders, including Kris Krome, Kirk Taylor, Jim Nasi and Satya Kraus, among others.
Watch for all the sordid details, winners’ list and nasty shots on Bikernet.com next week.
For more information, visit
www.LasVegasBikeFest.com, call toll-free 866-BIKEFEST (245-3337), or email info@lasvegasbikefest.com.
SPEAKING OF SEX– Bill worked in a pickle factory. He had been employed there for a number of years when he came home oneday to confess to his wife that he had a terrible compulsion.
He had an urge to stick his penis into the pickle slicer.
His wife suggested that he should see a sex therapist to talk about it,but Bill said he would be too embarrassed. He vowed to overcome thecompulsion on his own.
One day a few weeks later, Bill came home and his wife could see at oncethat something was seriously wrong.
‘What’s wrong, Bill?’ she asked.
‘Do you remember that I told you how I had this tremendous urge to putmy penis into the pickle slicer?’
‘Oh, Bill, you didn’t’ she exclaimed.
‘Yes, I did.’ he replied.
‘My God, Bill, what happened?’
‘I got fired.’
‘No, Bill I mean, what happened with the pickle slicer?’
‘Oh…she got fired too.’
JIMS BIKERNET TOOL OF THE WEEK–Rocker Arm Bushing InstallerRocker rebuilding in half the time. Use to install rocker arm bushings inrocker arms with or without a press. This tool will install each bushing tothe correct depth for the best oil control.
Use JIMS tool No.95760-57 forremoving bushings, and ream to size with JIMS tool No.94804-57 reamer.
No.2357 – Use on all Big Twin 1966-present, and Twin Cam. (Note: Includesall aftermarket rocker arms.)Use on Sportster 1957-present. Use on Buell1987-present.
JIMS Roller Rockers come with bushings already installed andfit to factory size.
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BIKERNET RESEARCHING AN EFFORT TO ESTABLISH MOTORCYCLE COUNCIL IN SEMA–Iwas just reading the Sunday post and saw your comments about starting a motorcycle council within SEMA. That’s actually an idea I’ve had for a long time but never really moved ahead with it.
Growing up a car hot rodder I’ve always felt there is a very similar mind set between the two cultures and think we would benefit from trying to find common goals to deal with what we all know is impending legislation to either greatly restrict or eventually do away with both cultures.
I’d be interested in being involved with this new idea if you’re looking for others to join in.
Joe Cree
California Customs
2081-U Bering Dr.
San Jose, CA 95131
408-954-8972
www.calcustom.com
D&D WEEKLY DEALER DIRECT UPDATE–Here are the new dealers from last week
1) Extreme Cycles 3420 N Expressway Griffin, GA 30223 770-233-1188
2) Secret Eng 2588 Petworth Cincinnati, OH 45215 513-560-9208
3) Alternative Bike Werks 1523 Kell Ln # 7 Griffin, GA 30224 770-228-7739
4) Barnett’s Las Cruces H-D/Buell 2600 Lakeside Dr Las Cruces, NM 88005 575-541-1440
–Jennifer
NEWS FLASH, BANDIT TO JUDGE THE GRAND NATIONAL HOT ROD SHOW IN JANUARY–It’s the absolute granddaddy of custom car, hot rod, lead sleds and motorcycle show. It’s located at the Pomona fair grounds and I’m not sure the dates. As more info filters in I’ll pass it on.
JIM BETLACH’S CINCY TRADE SHOW ADVERTISING IN AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE DEALER– Begin planning now for the 2009 AMD V-Twin Expo Preview and Show issuesWHILE the 2009 V-Twin Expo may seem like a few months away, in publishing terms, it’s only just around the corner.
As we have for every V-Twin Expo, AMD magazine will use the January issue as the show preview and the February issue as the “in hand” show edition with distribution at the expo.
Each issue will focus on the trade show itself and those companies and products that dealers will see while in Cincinnati.
Now is the time to send us your advertising and editorial message for the show.
January AMD – Advertising and Editorial Deadline = December 5th
February AMD – Advertising and Editorial Deadline = January 9th
Don’t wait, reserve your space now for one of the most important events on the v-twin calendar and your ticket to success in 2009.
Questions- Please contact:Chris McGee at chris@dealer-world.com or 310-698-0830
Brian Marion at brian@dealer-world.com or 336-760-8307
Mary Beth Crowe at marybeth@dealer-world.com or 605-716-6486
J&P 30th ANNIVERSARY BOOK AVAILABLE–ANAMOSA, Iowa – J&P Cycles is proud to announce a special item that is now available to commemorate their 30th Anniversary. The item is a book titled, Keeping The World on 2 Wheels, How J&P Cycles Changed the American Motorcycle Industry.
Written by Ed Youngblood, the book features a foreword by Arlen Ness. Ed has been active in the world of motorcycling for 50 years as president of the American Motorcyclist Association, the International Motorcycle Federation and the historical motorcycle information company Motohistory. Ed is now a member of the Motorcycle Hall of Fame and has authored six motorcycle related books.
The history of J&P Cycles is highlighted in the book, John and Jill Parham?s life together as well as how they endured the ups and downs, never giving up to make their dreams come true and how J&P changed the American Motorcycle industry.
This full color book includes hundreds of photos, a section devoted to John?s personal motorcycle collection and a bonus DVD tour of the Parham?s other motorcycle passion, the National Motorcycle Museum.
Think you know everything about J&P? Chances are you don?t and this book will be a great collector?s item. A limited number of copies of the book are available to the public, so be sure to order your copy today!?Go online to WWW.JPCYCLES.COM or call toll-free 800-397-4844 to order your copy now. The book retails for only $24.99.
Order toll-free in the U.S. and Canada at 1-800-397-4844 or online at WWW.JPCYCLES.COM.
THE BIKERNET/ROLLIN’ SIXES SOLDIERS’ CHRISTMAS T-SHIRT DRIVE HAS A NEW INDUSTRY SPONSOR, BIKERS CHOICE–Biker’s Choice has offered to help with the postage for shipping T-shirts to servicemen and women overseas.
“I have spent my weekend calculating and verifying my numbers of Shirts and how many packages and so forth,” said Jerry Bias, the boss of Rollin’ Sixes Choppers and Rods. “I have outlined the shipping requirements and some of our thoughts on shipping them. We are also projecting to have around 1,200 shirts.”
We are still collecting shirts till Nov. 22 and you can send them to:
T-shirts for Troops
2164 West First Street
Suite A
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Thanks to everyone in the industry who have helped support our effort.
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